[Wizzard]

Due to an extremely unfortunate fall, I managed to break one of the drivers on my Shure SE215's which have been very reliable for the past 2 or 3 years. While I can go out and get a replacement driver, it got me thinking that maybe it's worth upgrading to something slightly more serious. I enjoyed everything about the SE215 except for the cable and the lack of bass so it seems like a good place to start my search. The IEM's would be used daily so something very delicate is out of the question and that's also the reason why I want a detachable cable (if something goes wrong then it's a simple matter). They would need to have a bit more 'thump' and bass than the SE215's and be no more than £100 - 150 brand new (not interested in second hand). It's also preferable if they could be bought within the UK rather than waiting years for them to ship over. Would also prefer if they were over-the-ear design like Shure but that isn't the most important part.

 

[bluejay]

I think the IE80s are the golden pair you're looking for

 

[bluejay]

I did the price conversion with US dollars and I think it's close to your budget, although it seems higher priced when purchased directly from Amazon UK for some reason? Maybe my math is wrong
But take a look at this eBay link, the guy might accept 150 for it!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sennheiser-IE80-Noise-Isolating-Headphones-Silver-BOXED-BRAND-NEW-UNOPENED-/261750099274

 

[Rush-n-crush]

ATH im70 its not bass heavy but better then the shure and way more durable 

 

[Wizzard]

IE80 is something that I feel I can only drool over. While I could probably save up a bit and get them, I would probably fear for their safety in being brought outside the house at that pricepoint so I guess it's my fault for being overly keen with my budget. On the other hand, I had never seen ATH IM70's (or IM50's) before and they look spot on. Good pricepoint, pretty flying reviews all-round however it seems that sourcing them in the UK is impossible (have to be imported from Japan or HK). If nothing more intriguing turns up then I would be pretty confident in getting the IM70/50's (haven't decided yet).

Any more ideas?

 

 

[cuiter23]

Check out the westone adv alpha

 

[Rush-n-crush]

  IE80 is something that I feel I can only drool over. While I could probably save up a bit and get them, I would probably fear for their safety in being brought outside the house at that pricepoint so I guess it's my fault for being overly keen with my budget. On the other hand, I had never seen ATH IM70's (or IM50's) before and they look spot on. Good pricepoint, pretty flying reviews all-round however it seems that sourcing them in the UK is impossible (have to be imported from Japan or HK). If nothing more intriguing turns up then I would be pretty confident in getting the IM70/50's (haven't decided yet).

Any more ideas?

 

every person that owns a Im70 or im50 that doesnt live in japan had to get them imported.. i live in the usa and got an import. do imports scare you?

 

[Wizzard]

  every person that owns a Im70 or im50 that doesnt live in japan had to get them imported.. i live in the usa and got an import. do imports scare you?

 
Oh! I thought they were available in the US.
To answer your question, not enough to put me off buying a set which I probably will do.

 

[Mooses9]

i agree ie80

 

[Wizzard]

Well, someone got in touch about a really good deal regarding IM50's so I'll take him up on the offer and report my findings.

 

[Tr1ppy]

Just seen this thread so may be a little late but how about the Pioneer dje 1500? Dont have them myself but they seem pretty well received and are available in the UK for £120-140. Or a little less if you look on ebay